31May
Media Move acquires Finnish Family Adventure Film “Finders Of The Lost Yacht”
- On 31 May 2021
The latest film by renowned director of Children’s films Taavi Vartia has been acquired by Media Move. With a story reminiscent of the golden era of family adventure films, “Finders of the Lost Yacht” follows two buddies Pertsa and Kilu, and their efforts to recover a bag of stolen money from a sunken yacht to […]
31May
UK Rights for “Sweetie, You Won’t Believe It” Sold to 101 Films
- On 31 May 2021
Kazakh action-comedy title “Sweetie, You won’t believe it” has found a UK distributor in 101 Films. Labeled “the most exhilarating film of the year” by Fatanspoa, Yernar Nurgalyiev’s film has already been screened and praised at Tallinn black nights and Warsaw international film festival.
29May
“Loan Shark” Awarded Best Serbian Film at FEST21
- On 29 May 2021
The most prestigious Serbian film festival announced its winners on May 16th and Nemajnja Ceranic’s film “Loan Shark” was recognized with the award for best domestic film. Shot entirely during the pandemic, the appearance at FEST21 marked the world premiere of Loan Shark.
14Apr
“The Flood” Sold to Distributors in US, UK and Latin America
- On 14 April 2021
Australian western “The Flood”, acquired by Media Move during Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival, has found new distributors in UK, North America, and Latin American territories. Victoria Wharfe McIntyre’s feature debut tells the story of a woman on the path to take revenge for her husband and daughter. The rights for the UK and North […]
13Apr
“Poppie Nongena” has US premiere at Santa Barbara International Film Festival, Nears wide release
- On 13 April 2021
South Africa drama “Poppie Nongena” based on the celebrated Elsa Joubert novel, had its US premiere at Santa Barbara International Film Festival. The premiere is to be followed by the film’s wide release in the US. Distribution in the US is handled by Topic Entertainment.
13Apr
Media Move Acquires Worldwide Rights for Three New Titles
- On 13 April 2021
Indian horror/fantasy “Kriya”, Serbian crime drama “Loan Shark”, and Polish thriller “Code: Challenge” are new additions to Media Move’s growing catalog of exciting genre films. In Kriya, a young DJ is entangled in a series of death rituals after falling for a beautiful stranger. Directed by Nemanja Ceranic, Loan Shark tells the story of a […]
13Apr
Balkan Bite Sold to Five Territories
- On 13 April 2021
The Croatian/Serbian horror-comedy Balkan Bite has been acquired by distributors in Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Vietnam, and Latam. Set in the near future, Balkan Bite portrays a world struggling with water shortages, wars, and a zombie outbreak.
13Mar
“Agnes Joy” Screened At Glasgow and Seattle Film Festivals, Nominated for 9 Edda Awards
- On 13 March 2020
The Icelandic box office wonder Agnes Joy has been recently screened at two prestigious film events. The film was viewed by audiences at the Glasgow Film Festival and the Seattle International Film Festival. Birgitta Björnsdóttir’s film also scored an impressive 9 nominations at the Icelandic Edda Awards, including for best film, best screenplay and best […]
13Mar
Epic War Drama, “Legions”, Sold to Japan, Korea and Spain
- On 13 March 2020
Media Move has sold Polish War drama, Legions, to three countries. Deals have been secured with Activers in Korea (along with 4 other Media Move titles), Zazie Film in Japan and Twelve Oaks in Spain.
13Mar
Five Media Move Titles Sold To China
- On 13 March 2020
Beijing Hualu New Media Information and Technology has acquired five films from the Media Move catalog. The films released will be Polish horror hit Werewolf, Iranian war drama The Lost Straight, Private Milhoes, Chemo and The Mystery Of Green Hill.
13Mar
Two Media Move Titles To Be Released In North America By ITN Distribution
- On 13 March 2020
Las Vegas-based company ITN distribution will release Dutch war drama A Good Kill (AKA Kamp Holland) and Turkish hit Operation Cisero across North America. The titles will be available both on DVD and VOD. Operation Cicero tells the story of renowned WWII spy Ilyas Bazna and is directed by Serdar Akar. A good kill is […]
10Dec
Media Move Signs Slovenian World War II Drama “Breakthrough”
- On 10 December 2019
The latest addition to the list of war dramas represented internationally by Media Move is Slovenian hit “Breakthrough”. Already a domestic success, Breakthrough tells the story of a resistant fighter in Slovenia who has the impossible task of rescuing 500 Freedom Fighters from the threat of the Nazi forces. Titled “Preboj” in Slovenia, the film […]
13Nov
World Premiere of „Agnes Joy” in Busan
- On 13 November 2019
Icelandic drama will be screened as part of World Cinema section, the only one featuring non-Asian titles.
13Nov
“Kamp Holland” sold for North America
- On 13 November 2019
The film will be dubbed into English by American distributor – ITN.
13Nov
“Werewolf” acquired for France, Sth Korea and Spain, with more territories in talks
- On 13 November 2019
The film’s release will be supported by Polish Film Institute in UK, Spain and Sth Korea
13Nov
“The Last Serb in Croatia” and “All the best” to be released theatrically in Czech Republic
- On 13 November 2019
Thanks to cooperation with Balkanfilm both films are about to hit the big screen.
13Nov
Sth Korea to release “Underdog”
- On 13 November 2019
Hit film in Poland was snabbed by Korean distributor and our regular partner – JOYNCINEMA.
13Nov
“Ayla. The Daughter of War” sold for Italy
- On 13 November 2019
Turkish blockbuster will make it to the silver screen at the end of this year.
13Nov
“Damascus Time” and “The Lost Strait” find home in Taiwan
- On 13 November 2019
Both titles have been acquired by Hollywood Movie Channel
13Nov
“Kamp Holland”, “Private Milhoes” sold for German-speaking territories
- On 13 November 2019
Both war dramas were acquired by Meteor Film based in Cologne.
29Jan
“Werewolf” Sold For UK!
- On 29 January 2019
Tallin winner was acquired by Eureka Video for their renowned Montage Pictures series which will see such other releases as Donbass (Winner at Cannes last year), The Third Wife (winner at Toronto) plus We the Animals (Winner at Sundance last Year) among others. WEREWOLF will hit big screens in UK this year.
06Dec
“Werewolf” Wins At Tallin Black Nights!
- On 6 December 2018
The sophomore feature by Adrian Panek received Audience Award and Ecumenical Jury Award upon its European release. The film raises wide interest not only from general film festivals but also genre and Jewish-themed ones.
26Sep
IndieWire Recommends “Tower. A Bright Day”
- On 26 September 2018
The film has been selected as one of five must-see films at this year’s LA Film Festival where debut from Jagoda Szelc is competing in World Fiction Competition.
26Sep
“Private Milhoes” Acquired For Sth Korea
- On 26 September 2018
The deal marks a second cooperation of MEDIA MOVE with JOY N CINEMA in Korea. The film will hit big screens next year.
26Sep
„Ayla. The Daughter of War” Sold To Japan, Taiwan
- On 26 September 2018
The impressive Turkish production on a Korean war will get a theatrical release in each territory thanks to New Select (Japan) and AV JET (Taiwan) . More territories are in talks.
10Jul
“Kamp Holland” Finds Home In Korea
- On 10 July 2018
The films was bought by JOYNCINEMA just after Cannes Film Festival.
10Jul
“Karbala” Sells To China
- On 10 July 2018
Polish war drama joined another genre pic from MEDIA MOVE – KAMP HOLLAND – and was swept away by Virtual Cinema.
10Jul
Rights To “Planet Single” Taken For China, Spain And Hungary
- On 10 July 2018
The film was sold for all rights except theatrical to China and for TV rights to other 2 territories.
10Jul
“Tower. A Bright Day” Sold For Cz/Sk & Brazil
- On 10 July 2018
The successful debut from Jagoda Szelc has been acquired for all rights by Film Europe for Czech and Slovakia and Zeta Filmes for Brazil.
04Jun
„Tower. A Bright Day” With A Jury Prize!
- On 4 June 2018
Jagoda Szelc’s debut feature was awarded upon it’s North American premiere at Mammoth Lakes International Film Festival. Jury appreciated the film “for its subtle and skillful creation of unsettling tension during a seemingly innocuous family reunion”.
26Apr
“Karbala” Acquired For Korea
- On 26 April 2018
Mediasoft Films bought the film for Korea and commited to theatrical release by the end of May. Earlier the film was sold to German-speaking, French-speaking territories and Japan. China is in advanced negotiations.
26Apr
“Train Driver’s Diary” Gets A Theatrical Release In Poland
- On 26 April 2018
The film was released on March 2nd to god reviews and a big cheer from the crowds. The local release carried out by Media Move itself got a financial support from Polish Filmmaker’s Association.
26Apr
“Kamp Holland” Goes For French-Speaking Territories, China, Japan
- On 26 April 2018
The Dutch war drama premiered late last year and quickly raised interest in significant territories. Talks are being held in Korea & more countries.
26Apr
“Metropolis” And “Lotto” Sold To China
- On 26 April 2018
Both films were acquired by eFida which appreciated Media Move’s idea for a catalogue. More titles are being negotiated.
07Jan
“Carte Blanche” sold to Spain
- On 7 January 2018
Another of Media Move titles got selected for one of Telefonica’s channels. “Carte Blanche” will be broadcasted on Movistar Xtra.
25Sep
„Gallipoli. End of the Road” acquired for Japan
- On 25 September 2017
Our Turkish war film with an impressive budget and a great production value raised interest from several buyers in Asia and a first deal has just been signed with A. K. Company for Japan. The film’s DVD version is currently being finished preview of which you can see above. We’re thrilled to work on this excellent […]
11Sep
„Train Driver’s Diary” sold to China
- On 11 September 2017
The Serbian black comedy appreciated by audience at Moscow International Film Festival and released theatrically in Czech, Slovakia and Mexico this year, was acquired by Time-In-Portrait for VOD and video. The film marks the company’s second acquisition from Media Move after “Carte Blanche” in 2015.
19May
„The Lure” sells to Taiwan, Thailand, Laos and Cambodia!
- On 19 May 2017
MEDIA MOVE scored sales to two territories of the critics favorite “The Lure”. W Empire Company took all rights for Thailand/Laos/Cambodia and Was Sen International will release the film in Taiwan. The film has proved very succesful in Asian territories with more deals on the way.
09Feb
„The Lure” scores rave reviews yet again; this time upon its us-release
- On 9 February 2017
The film’s American release was followed by amazing reception from critics many of whom referred to a certain other musical on big screen now. Here are some of the few: “Forget ‘La La Land,’ This Sexy Cannibal Mermaid Musical Is Tops” (…) “As original as it is both entrancing and horrifying” – The Daily Beast “As […]
09Feb
“The Lure” premieres at Ifc Center released by Janus Films/Criterion Collection
- On 9 February 2017
The film will hit the theatres on February 1st thanks to a renowned distributor Janus Films working closely with the famed Criterion Collection. Entertainment Weekly has premiered American trailer exclusively on it site – you can watch it here. “Did you enjoy La La Land but thought it would have benefitted from more singing (and sinister) mermaids?” […]
09Feb
“Carte Blanche” in competition of Reel Abilities!
- On 9 February 2017
The award-winner from Shanghai International Film Festival made it to selection of NYC fest which then expands into several different American cities including Boston, Chicago, Portland, Salt Lake City and more. The Director of “Carte Blanche” will be in attendance at New York screenings to take part in Q&A session.
09Feb
“Carte Blanche” wins in Barcelona!
- On 9 February 2017
The film was awarded with Grand Prix at the Inclús, Barcelona International Disability Film Festival. The Director was there to accept the prize.
09Feb
“Strange Heaven” at Nordic Filmdays Lubeck
- On 9 February 2017
The Polish-Swedish coproduction closed its successful festival run in 2016 with screenings in competition of the prestigious German film event presenting the best in Nordic cinema.
09Feb
“These daughters of mine” on big screen in Germany again
- On 9 February 2017
The Polish box office hit of 2016 (over 730.000 theatrical admissions!) was invited to Cottbus Film Festivalwhere it played in the most popular National Hits section. The festival portrays the most important cinema achievements from Central and Eastern Europe. The film’s German premiere took plays at Hamburg Film Festival where the film went on tour around Hamburg with […]
02Jun
“These daughters of mine” hugely popular in Finland
- On 2 June 2016
The dramedy was shown 17 (!!!) times first at Espoo Cine and then had 14 screenings as part of Helsinki “Love and Anarchy” International Film Festival.